Arlington Elementary vs Forest Park High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
Forest Park High
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,024 students
| Measure | Arlington Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Forest Park High Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #850 of 879 | #194 of 197 |
| National rank | #48322 of 50,301 | #16356 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 529 | 1,024 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 1,024 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 2.5% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.4 vs 12.8).
- •Arlington Elementary does better on math proficiency (7% vs 2.5%).
- •Arlington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 7.5%).
- •Forest Park High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 81.1%).
- •Forest Park High does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.5).
- •Forest Park High is the larger school with 1,024 students compared with 529.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington Elementary better than Forest Park High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arlington Elementary and Forest Park High?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Elementary: 529. Forest Park High: 1,024. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Elementary and Forest Park High rank in Maryland?
Arlington Elementary is 850th of 879 and Forest Park High is 194th of 197 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).